Event· Samos· Greece — Dodecanese, Sporades & North Aegean
Herea-Pythagoreia Festival (Samos)
37° 39.9′ N · 26° 53.0′ E
Pythagorio's cultural festival, whose centrepiece is a re-enactment of the ancient feast of Hera - the Herea - held in the Heraion area, alongside philosophical and scientific talks and performances.
Practical
Organised annually by the Municipality of Eastern Samos with support from the Cultural Association 'Lykourgos' and the Greek National Tourism Organisation (allovergreece). Dates for the next edition were 'to be announced' when checked - verify locally. Ireon Harbour is the closest anchorage; the Heraion of Samos site is next door. Position is the festival venue coordinate listed by allovergreece (wider Ireon area).
Best for
Ancient-Greek pageantry by the Heraion
Season
Summer; dates announced annually